2008 Acura TL vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 432 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Integra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
