1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 552 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
