1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 370 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
