1987 Acura Integra vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Acura 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1987 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1987 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Acura Integra | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Integra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4285 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1665 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |