1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 63 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 402 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
