1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 26 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Fairlane | ATS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
