1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 920 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
