1989 Honda Integra vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
