1972 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort. 1992 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Escort 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:
1972 Ford Escort | 1992 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Integra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |