2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |