1989 Honda Integra vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Integra 2002 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Integra Accord
Year Released 1989 2002
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 99 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm


 

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