1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 54 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.
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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | 350Z |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |