1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Indigo | Integra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
