1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 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 60 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | 245 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
