2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
