1991 Honda Integra vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 20 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Integra | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | T5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3410 mm |
