1988 Honda Integra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 318 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Integra | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | Beetle |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2537 mm |