2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 369 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
