1992 Honda Integra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 2000 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Integra | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2512 mm |