1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 2005 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
