1989 Honda Integra vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
