1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
