2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 251 kg more than 1988 Honda 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 1988 Honda Integra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Jetta | Integra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |