1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 25 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2011 Hyundai Accent 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. 2011 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Accent |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
