1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus 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 1977 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Taunus | 1990 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Integra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |