1995 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Integra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
