1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |
