2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
