1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | Explorer |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |