2007 Honda Element vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 1987 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
