1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 27 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Fairlane | IPL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
