1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 1992 Porsche 911

To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Fairlane 1992 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Fairlane 911
Year Released 1990 1992
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3948 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 186 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1260 mm


 

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