1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. 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 Seat Exeo, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fairlane | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2642 mm |
