1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 798 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3550 mm |
