1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 29 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, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1983 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Fairlane | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
