2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Integra.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1989 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Touareg | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
