2005 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 352 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.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Integra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
