1989 Honda Integra vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Integra (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
