1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1990 Honda Integra

To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Pontiac Sunfire 1990 Honda Integra
Make Pontiac Honda
Model Sunfire Integra
Year Released 1999 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2201 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2560 mm


 

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