2000 Acura Integra vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
