1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane

To start off, both 1985 Dodge 600 and 1985 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600, 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.

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