1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1979 Rolls-Royce Corniche

To start off, both 1979 Ford Fairlane and 1979 Rolls-Royce Corniche were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford Fairlane 1979 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Make Ford Rolls-Royce
Model Fairlane Corniche
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4940 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 185 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 2280 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3030 mm


 

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