1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS.
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 (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Fairlane | IS |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |