1989 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Integra | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |