1989 Honda Integra vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 365 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Integra | Altima |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |