2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Pilot | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
