1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 430 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.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlane | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
