1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
