1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 436 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2789 mm |
