1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 22 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 65 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Avalon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
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 | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2819 mm |