1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 219 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fairlane | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
