1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1989 Mazda 323 and 1989 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 1989 Mazda 323 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 1989 Mazda 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Acura 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, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 323 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
