1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 Echo, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Echo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |