1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
