1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 99 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
