1980 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2010 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
