1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
