1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
