1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.

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 Toyota Sienna, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Fairlane 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Ford Toyota
Model Fairlane Sienna
Year Released 1990 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3948 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 186 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 3040 mm


 

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