1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 35 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, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Acura CSX.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX, 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Acura CSX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Fairlane | CSX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |