1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 16 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2479 mm |
