1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 1999 Toyota XYR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota XYR (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR, 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | XYR |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
