1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 436 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria 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 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fairlane | Satria |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
