1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 459 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane. 2013 Hyundai Equus 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. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Equus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3045 mm |
