1982 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord.
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, 1987 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | Integra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
