2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 151 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
