1990 Honda Integra vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Integra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
