1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2540 mm |
