1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Passat | Integra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
