1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
