1999 Honda Today vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Today | Integra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1665 mm |
