2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2950 mm |
