1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Frontier |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |