1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 17 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
