1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
