1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry 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 43 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Camry 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 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
