1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Naked | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |