1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |