1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2930 mm |