1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Avalon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2820 mm |