2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Tiguan | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2950 mm |
