1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 92 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 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 (296 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
