1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
