1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
