1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |