1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 18 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 22 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2741 mm |
