1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 54 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3250 mm |
