1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 7 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | Econovan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2210 mm |