1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 20 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fairlane | Tucson |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2639 mm |