1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Element |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
