1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fairlane | Korando |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2490 mm |