2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-350 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
