1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Element |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
