2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2. 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 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2. 2005 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
