1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fairlane | Joice |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |