1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 20 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
