1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC, 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 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Fairlane | tC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
