1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 297 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |
