1995 Acura Integra vs. 1994 Ford Mustang

To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1995 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 (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Integra 1994 Ford Mustang
Make Acura Ford
Model Integra Mustang
Year Released 1995 1994
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 59 L


 

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