1986 Honda Integra vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Integra | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | NSX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
