2007 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 336 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Integra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
