2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Golf | Integra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
