2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
