1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 22 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 299 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fairlane | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |