1989 Honda Integra vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 235 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
