1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
