1989 Honda Integra vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 240 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Integra | 45 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
