2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
