Honda Integra: an automobile sold outside of North America
The Honda Integra is an automobile manufactured by Honda. It was introduced in February 1985 as a 3-door hatchback, followed by a 5-door hatchback version in November 1985 and a 4-door sedan in October of 1986. With the transverse engine placement of its engine and front wheel drive, like the Honda Civic, the car provided good interior space despite overall small dimensions.
Honda Integra
Also called:
Acura Integra
Manufacturer:
Honda
Production:
1985Present
Class:
Compact car
Platform:
FF
Related:
Honda Civic
1) 1st Generation (AV, DA1, DA2)
2) 2nd Generation (DA5, DA6, DA7, DA8, DA9)
3) 3rd Generation MMC (DC1, DC2)
4) 3rd Generation (DC1, DC2, DB6, DB7, DB8, DB9)
5) 4th Generation (DC5)
Models and equipment
Early models of the Integra (called Quint Integra), were typically outfitted with a AM/FM radio, heater, multi-speed wipers, and steel wheels, with or without plastic wheel covers. The current Integra has become much more modern with satellite-linked navigation, six-speed manual transmission, power locks and power windows available.
Initially the Integra was sold with either a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic transmission. The 2001-2006 Integra's (DC5) now offer a six-speed manual transmission. Like the Civic, the transaxles are integrated with the engine unit.
The Integra has evolved from having a 1488 cc engine (1985) to having engines with larger capacities and more creature comforts (air conditioning, power windows, etc.) through the 1990s and into the 2000s.
Type R
Beginning in 1995, Honda produced the first iteration of Integra to receive the "Type-R" badge, building it from the DC2 chassis. This model is called the Integra Type-R (ITR). The 2nd DC2-generation Integra Type-R had a B18C VTEC with maximum output in the range of 200 HP, increased over the more common 129 HP ZC and 180hp B18C engine in other Integra models. Other changes in the new Type-R Integra included various alterations to the chassis to improve handling and reduce weight (such as better welding of the frame, and removal of the radio and noise-suppressing materials). The DC2 Integra Type-R also includes aeroform bumpers, spolier, Type-R specific badging, Recaro seats and Momo Steering wheel. The movie titled, "Best Motoring: Type-R Legend" goes into great detail about the DC2 ITR.
In 2001, Honda announced the release of the Integra Type-R for the new DC5 chassis. a more sporty variant of the most recent model of Integra and successor to the DC2 Integra Type-R. The DC5 Integra Type-R's K20A i-VTEC powerplant has a specific output of 220 HP at 8500 rpm, a six-speed manual transmission, a reworked exterior that is very similar to the older DC2 design, and also includes aeroform bumpers, spoiler, and 17 in wheels. The interior of the new Type-R, like the DC2, includes Recaro seats and a Momo steering wheel, and the model also includes Type-R-specific badging and a helical limited-slip differential (LSD). The movie titled, "Best Motoring: New M3Takes on JDM Super Sports!" goes into detail on the new DC5 ITR.
The 1st generation Integra was introduced in 1985 as the Honda Quint Integra, and was available in either a 3 door or 5 door hatchback or a four-door sedan. A 1.6 L DOHC 16v I4 engine (ZC) was optional.
3 door hatchback (AV)
5 door hatchback (DA1)
4 door sedan (DA2)
Interestingly given their co-operation elsewhere, the five door Integra was marketed in Australia as the Rover 416, some years before the name was used on the R8 model.
1st Generation (AV, DA1, DA2)
Production:
February 1985March 1989
Body style:
3-door hatchback
4-door sedan
5-door hatchback
Engine:
1.6 L DOHC ZC I4
1.5 L SOHC EW I4
3 door hatchback (DA6)
3 door hatchback (DA5)
3 door hatchback (DA9)
4 door sedan (DA8)
4 door sedan (DA7)
In Great Britain, only the first generation Integra was officially imported. It was though that the Integra would take too many sales away from the Civic. Two main variations of the car were sold. The LX model which featured an 85bhp unit, and the sportier EX model; a 1.6 16v PGFI (Programmed fuel injection) which boasted 125bhp and all round disc brakes.
2nd Generation (DA5, DA6, DA7, DA8)
Production: April1989April 1993
Class:
compact car
Body style:
3-door hatchback
4-door sedan
Engine:
1.6 L DOHC ZC I4
1.6 L DOHC B16A I4
1.7 L DOHC VTEC B17 I4
1.8 L DOHC B18A I4
In 1995, Honda slightly redesigned the Integra when the new Integra Type-R was released.
2 door hatchback (DC2) The DC2 hatchback released in September of 1995 was called the Integra Type R.
2 door hatchback (DC1)
4 door sedan (DB6)
4 door sedan (DB8)
4 door sedan (DB9)
3rd Generation MMC (DC1, DC2, DB6, DB8, DB9)
Production: September 1995June 2001
Class:
compact car
Body style:
3-door hatchback
3-door Type-R hatchback
4-door sedan
4-door Type-R sedan
Engine:
1.6 L DOHC ZC I4
1.8 DOHC B18C I4
2 door hatchback (DC2)
2 door hatchback (DC1)
4 door sedan (DB6)
4 door sedan (DB7)
4 door sedan (DB8)
4 door sedan (DB9)
The 4 door sedan (DB9) released in July of 1993, was called the Integra ZXi 4WD. This sedan is quite sought after because of its 4WD layout, quite rare for a Honda automobile. Between 1996 to 1999 the Integra SJ was also sold in the Japanese market.
For 2001, Honda redesigned the Integra giving it a more athletic, curvy look. The fourth generation vehicle was sold as the Acura RSX in North America and Hong Kong. Unlike the DC2 which was designed first then turned into a Type-R model, The DC5 was created as a Type-R first, then toned down for the Type-S model. Both the Type-S and Type-R models come 2.0 L K20A I4 engines, however the Type-R has upgraded internal engine components and a helical limited-slip differential (LSD).
4th Generation (DC5)
Also called:
Acura RSX
Production:
July 2001 Present
Body style:
2-door Type-S hatchback
2-door Type-R hatchback
Engine:
2.0 L DOHC K20A I4
Historical development
Some current generation Integra's use VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) and i-VTEC (intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control), and are approaching the size and weight of the early Honda Accord models, which were initially introduced as a larger, upmarket alternative to the Civic and Quint (Integra) in the mid 1970s.
Safety
In Australia, 19862001 Integras were assessed in the Used Car Safety Ratings 2006.[1]
(1986-88) "average" level of occupant protection
(1990-2001) "better than average"
Trivia
The Integra is featured in many driving games, like Gran Turismo 4.
http://www.honda.co.jp/INTEGRA/showroom/index.html Official Japanese site (Japanese)
http://www.honda.co.jp/HOT/ModelData/integra/index.html Integra history (Japanese)
http://www.honda.co.jp/HOT/ModelData...001/index.html Quint history (Japanese)
http://specs.amayama.com/honda/integra Honda Integra specs
