1999 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1987 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Integra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
