2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1980 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1980 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
