2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 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 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1978 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-350 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2210 mm |
