1979 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
