1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 431 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Fit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2499 mm |
