1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Acura TSX
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 14 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, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Acura TSX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Fairlane | TSX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |