1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 716 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Fairlane | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Fairlane | Vixen |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |