2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 837 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
