1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 19 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
