1996 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Civic | Integra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
