1994 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 346 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
