1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |