1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fairlane | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Fairlane | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |