1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Highlander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |