1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 225 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.
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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Integra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
