1988 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Integra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1990 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Integra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
