1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu KB (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fairlane | KB |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
