2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Five Hundred 1989 Ford Fairlane
Make Ford Ford
Model Five Hundred Fairlane
Year Released 2005 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3949 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2930 mm


 

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