1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 390 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | Renown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
