1986 Honda Integra vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Integra | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2779 mm |
