1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 421 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3320 mm |
