1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 20 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 316 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 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Fairlane | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
