2000 Lexus GS vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
