1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1092 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | Expedition |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
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 | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3023 mm |