2008 Audi A3 vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. Both 2008 Audi A3 and 1989 Honda Integra are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
