1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD. 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 LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | LTD | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |