2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
