1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Fairlane | TF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
