1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
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 (348 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 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 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
