1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 30 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
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, 2009 Saturn Outlook, 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Fairlane | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
