2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | U4 B | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2930 mm |
