2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 30 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 539 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
