1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 16 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 40 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain. 2010 GMC Terrain 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. 2010 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2858 mm |
