1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |
