1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1989 Acura Integra

To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue 1989 Acura Integra
Make Oldsmobile Acura
Model Intrigue Integra
Year Released 1997 1989
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4285 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1665 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2450 mm


 

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