1989 Honda Integra vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 160 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
