2006 Acura MDX vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 254 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 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
