2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |
