2000 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
