1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 15 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3111.
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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Fairlane | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
