2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1984 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1984 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 1984 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Picasso | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |