1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1988 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Integra |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |