1989 Acura Integra RS 3-Door MT
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- Photo: 1985 Acura Integra 2017.7.15 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1st Acura Integra LS by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1st gen Acura Integra 3-door (US) by TKOIII, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 Acura Integra RS 3-Door MT is a 118-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $11,260 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 118 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 103 lb-ft of torque at 5500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Integra measures 168.7 inches long on a 96.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,313 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $11,260 ($29,512 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L DOHC 16-valve inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Horsepower | 118 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 103 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve, belt-driven |
| Bore and Stroke | 75 x 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.181 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.944 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.347 |
| 4th Gear | 1.033 |
| 5th Gear | 0.823 |
| Reverse | 3 |
| Final Drive | 4.21 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, torsion bars, struts, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-independent beam-type axle, trailing link, panhard rod, stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.75 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.67 in |
| Turning Diameter | 33.5 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 9.5 in ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 9.4 in solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14x5.5 in |
| Wheels Rear | 14x5.5 in |
| Tires Front | 195/60R14 |
| Tires Rear | 195/60R14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 168.7 in |
| Width | 65.6 in |
| Height | 52.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.5 in |
| Front Track | 55.9 in |
| Rear Track | 56.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,313 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 60% / 40% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 32.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 29.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 49.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 43.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Acura INTEGRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, THEN PRESS THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS ANY SIGN OF BREAKAGE OR CRACKING, OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA/ACURA DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
NHTSA campaign 95V103001
16 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Acura INTEGRA
Owner Complaints
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Acura INTEGRA (4 mention a crash, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Hydraulic | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Fuel System | 2 |
| Gasoline | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1989 ACURA INTEGRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.