1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
