1989 Honda Integra vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 677 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 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 2011 Ford Mustang. 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 Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
