1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 880 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 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, 2009 GMC Acadia, 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
