1996 Acura Integra vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 246 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Acura Integra | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Integra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
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 | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |