1986 Honda Integra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 334 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Integra | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
