1999 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang 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.
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1999 Acura Integra | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Integra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |