1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 15 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 106 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Ford Fairlane | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fairlane | Actyon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |