1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 13 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fairlane | Diamante |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |