1989 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 320 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.

Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Honda Integra 2009 Toyota Highlander
Make Honda Toyota
Model Integra Highlander
Year Released 1989 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm


 

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