1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
