1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Acura Integra

To start off, both 1989 Ford Fiesta and 1989 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta.

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, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Fiesta 1989 Acura Integra
Make Ford Acura
Model Fiesta Integra
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4355 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1665 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2520 mm


 

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