1990 Honda Integra vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 11 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2001 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Integra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
