1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |