1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 768 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Fairlane | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3043 mm |
