1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 66 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2604 mm |