1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Lupo | Integra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
