1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 922 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | Expedition |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3023 mm |