2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1653 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1969 Honda S800 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | S800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 66 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |