1989 Honda Integra vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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, 1989 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. 1999 Hyundai Sonata 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. 1999 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
