1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 23 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 93 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 595 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ will offer significantly more control. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Fairlane | iQ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2000 mm |
