1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1987 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Integra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |