1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |