2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2930 mm |
