1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 29 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
