1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 33 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 405 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fairlane | Genesis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2936 mm |