1988 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1988 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1988 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Acura Integra | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4355 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1665 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
