2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |