1976 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1984 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3378 mm |
