1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1113 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 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | NV |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3711 mm |