1971 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 68 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri.
Because 1971 Ford Capri 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 1971 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 1992 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Integra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
