1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 1992 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon 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:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
