1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 26 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 905 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |