1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 32 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4379 mm |
