1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno 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 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Suzuki Reno, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fairlane | Reno |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |