2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 141 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
