1999 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
