1989 Honda Integra vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 24 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 392 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 2013 Scion tC 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 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Integra | tC |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |