1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Element |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
