1990 Honda Integra vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 13 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
