2000 Acura Integra vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 1995 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
