1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fairlane | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
