1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | F-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 | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
