1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 23 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Fairlane | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
