2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1370 mm |
