2004 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra. 1986 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Focus | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
