2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 644 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2930 mm |