1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1974 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 885 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1974 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1974 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1974 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
