1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 22 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | F-450 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4390 mm |