1989 Honda Integra vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 638 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2010 Subaru Outback 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. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Integra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
