2011 Nissan Versa vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 22 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. Both 2011 Nissan Versa and 1989 Acura Integra are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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, 2011 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra. 1989 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Versa | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Versa | Integra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2450 mm |
