2002 Acura CL vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 12 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 570 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1990 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | Integra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
