1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Chronos | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2950 mm |
