1989 Honda Integra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 35 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 (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | Polo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |