1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3090 mm |
