1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 28 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris. 1980 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Auris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Auris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |