1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Fairlane | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
