1990 Honda Integra vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 222 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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Integra | Forte |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |