1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 474 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Fairlane | I-350 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |