1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 5 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 52 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 112 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | MPV |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |