2011 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Honda Integra

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Porsche 911 1988 Honda Integra
Make Porsche Honda
Model 911 Integra
Year Released 2011 1988
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 345 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1311 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2460 mm


 

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