1990 Honda Integra vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra.
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, 1990 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | K 70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |