1989 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 84 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 Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Integra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |