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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Integra (176 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 132 kg more than 1997 Honda 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.
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 | 1780 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1325 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
