1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 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 58 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
