1980 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 31 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |