1989 Honda Integra vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 15 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Integra | Solara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |