1989 Honda Integra vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 250 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
