1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |