1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 325 kg more than 1985 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Sienna |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |