1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
