1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 731 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
