2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1984 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 22 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1984 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |