2000 Ford Escape vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
