1975 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Torino | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |