1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 584 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar. 1993 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR Taimar has manual transmission. 1972 TVR Taimar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Fairlane | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |
