1990 Honda Integra vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 576 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 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2010 Mazda CX-7 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. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
