1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 887 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
