2002 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2330 mm |
