1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 17 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 93 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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, 2012 Mazda 5, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2751 mm |
