1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 671 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fairlane | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |
