1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 392 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (230 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic Del Sol | Fusion |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |