1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
