1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Fairlane | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
