1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 226 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Fairlane | FX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
