1989 Honda Integra vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1866 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
