1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 172 kg more than 1988 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Murano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
