1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1986 Honda Integra

To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 984 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Explorer 1986 Honda Integra
Make Ford Honda
Model Explorer Integra
Year Released 1995 1986
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2460 mm