1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 10 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, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Fairlane | GS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |