1989 Honda Integra vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1461 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 2012 GMC Yukon 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Honda Integra | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Integra | Yukon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |