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Acura Integra I 1.6 (120 Hp) 3d
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Acura Integra:
The Honda Integra , sold in North America as the Acura Integra and later the Acura RSX, is an automobile produced by the Japanese company Honda from 1985 until 2006, and then since 2021. It succeeded the Quint as a more luxurious and sport-oriented derivative of the Civic. The Integra was one of the launch models for Acura in the US in 1986 alongside the Acura Legend. Throughout its production run, the Integra was highly regarded for its handling and performance. The 1995–2001 Integra Type R is widely regarded as one of the best front-wheel-drive cars of all time....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Acura Integra (I). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9 l/100km). Weighing only 1068 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1988 Acura Integra I was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP in 1997. Its safety features were standard for the era, focusing on structural integrity and seatbelts, but would not meet modern crash test standards.
1.6 (120 Hp) 3d Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The flagship DOHC D16A1 engine offered excellent power and a high-revving character for its time, providing a genuinely sporty driving experience in the lightweight 3-door body.
Fuel Economy
With a combined 8.4 l/100 km, fuel economy was respectable for a performance-oriented engine of its era, especially when paired with the manual transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging DOHC engine options (D16A1) offering strong performance for the era.
- • Exceptional Honda/Acura reliability and durability.
- • Agile handling and responsive steering for a fun driving experience.
- • Practical hatchback design with decent cargo space.
Cons:
- • Safety features are basic by modern standards, predating advanced systems.
- • Interior comfort and refinement are modest compared to later generations.
- • Base 1.5L engine can feel underpowered, especially with an automatic.
- • Older models may suffer from rust and worn suspension components.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1986 - 1987).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | Integra |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (120 Hp) 3d |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D16A1 [Same engine] More details about the engine D16A1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1590 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 112.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1068 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4285 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1345 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1435 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 195/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | independent torsion suspension |
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