1986 Honda Integra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Integra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Integra | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2451 mm |