1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
