2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 13 kg more than 1985 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 1985 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Neos | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
