1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 20 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 424 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 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Fairlane 2011 Toyota Sienna
Make Ford Toyota
Model Fairlane Sienna
Year Released 1991 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 221 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 2080 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 3030 mm


 

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