2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 62 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
