1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 26 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 543 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Accent |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
