1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
