1959 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 233 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1989 Honda Integra (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Integra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
