1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 30 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1980 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |