2004 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 528 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
