1989 Honda Integra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1317 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |