1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 6 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 281 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
