1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 485 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2896 mm |
