1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1270 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | E-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3505 mm |