1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 585 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Integra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
