1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fairlane | Diamante |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |