1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 27 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
