1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2659 mm |