1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 28 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
