1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1138 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.
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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fairlane | Silverado |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3650 mm |