2004 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
