1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Fairlane | Trident |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
