2000 Ford Artic vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 27 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Artic | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2950 mm |
