1989 Honda Integra vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
