Honda Integra I (DA) 5-door 1.5 (85 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.8 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Honda 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 (DA) 5-door Overview:

Honda Integra (I (DA) 5-door). With 126 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 945 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 168 km/h. A car with a sloping rear hatch that opens upwards, combining style and practicality. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.5 (85 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

The 1.5L D15A1 engine with 85 Hp provided adequate performance for daily driving in 1985, with a 0-100 km/h time of 11.4 seconds. It was responsive for its size but not designed for spirited driving.

Fuel Economy

Fuel economy was respectable for its time, achieving 8.9 l/100 km in urban conditions and 5.7 l/100 km extra-urban, making it an economical choice for commuters.

Best Use Case: City / Commute

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Renowned Honda reliability and durability
  • • Practical and versatile liftback body style
  • • Decent fuel economy for its era (manual)
  • • Nimble handling for a compact car
  • • Spacious interior for its class

Cons:

  • • Dated safety features by modern standards
  • • Modest performance, especially with Hondamatic
  • • Basic interior amenities and materials
  • • Carburettor complexity and potential for issues
  • • Susceptible to rust in older models

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Honda
Model:Integra
Generation:I (DA) 5-door
Modification (Engine):1.5 (85 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1989
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Liftback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:85 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:57.1 Hp/l
Torque:126 Nm @ 3750 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:D15A1
Engine displacement:1488
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:3
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.4 l
Coolant:5.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:74 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:8.7:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.7 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.4 sec
Maximum speed:168 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.1 kg/Hp, 89.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.8 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:945
Max. weight:1460
Max. roof load:50 kg
Max load:515
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:538 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:292 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):900 kg
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:460 kg
Permitted towbar download:50 kg
Size:
Length:4350 mm mm
Width:1665 mm mm
Height:1345 mm mm
Wheelbase:2520 mm mm
Front track:1420 mm
Rear (Back) track:1415 mm
Front overhang:885 mm
Rear overhang:945 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):165 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.8 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDrum
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size185/70 R13
Wheel rims size5J x 13
Front suspensionTransverse stabilizer, Torsion
Rear suspensionSemi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability, Trailing arm

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