2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 331 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |
