1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
