2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | TE-50 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |