2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Touareg | Integra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
