1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 232 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlane | GTO |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
