1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
