1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
