1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Fairlane | Berlina |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |