2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 528 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
