2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |
