1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 119 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.
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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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 (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fairlane | Carens |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |