2003 Honda Life vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1989 Honda Integra (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
