1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 5, 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2751 mm |
