1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
