2008 Ford GT vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
