2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
