1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Will |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 274 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |