2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 657 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2930 mm |