2000 Acura TL vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | TL | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
