1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |