1991 Honda Integra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra.

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, 1991 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Honda Integra 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Integra Golf
Year Released 1991 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2590 mm