1971 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Acura 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escort | Integra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
