1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3200 mm |
