1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 315 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 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |
