2012 Nissan Altima vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra. 1989 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Altima 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:
| 2012 Nissan Altima | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Altima | Integra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2520 mm |
