1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2415 mm |
