1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | E-150 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3510 mm |