1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 24 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 331 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Fairlane | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2946 mm |