1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fairlane | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |