1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Honda Integra
To start off, both 1997 Volkswagen Golf and 1997 Honda Integra were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Integra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1325 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
