1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
