2006 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 402 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.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
