1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Soarer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |