1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 672 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
