1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Integra |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |