1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Honda Today

To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Fairlane 1998 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Fairlane Today
Year Released 1991 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3948 cc 655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 186 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1400 mm


 

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