1998 Ford Libre vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 12 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 278 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Libre | Integra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
