2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 31 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 840 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 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Maverick | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |