1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
