1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 381 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
