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What engine is in a 1989 Acura Integra?

The 1989 Acura Integra was powered by a 1.6-liter, 16-valve, dual overhead cam (DOHC) inline four-cylinder engine. This engine, known as the B16A, was one of the most advanced and powerful four-cylinder engines of its time, delivering impressive performance for a compact sports car.


Engine Specifications


The B16A engine in the 1989 Acura Integra had the following key specifications:



  • Displacement: 1.6 liters (1,595 cc)

  • Cylinder configuration: Inline four-cylinder

  • Valvetrain: Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), 16 valves

  • Bore x Stroke: 81 mm x 77.4 mm

  • Compression ratio: 9.2:1

  • Horsepower: 118 hp (88 kW) at 6,600 rpm

  • Torque: 113 lb-ft (153 Nm) at 5,500 rpm


This engine was known for its high-revving nature, with a redline of 7,500 rpm, and its ability to produce a good amount of power and torque for a 1.6-liter four-cylinder. The DOHC design and 16-valve configuration allowed for efficient airflow and combustion, contributing to the engine's impressive performance.


Transmission Options


The 1989 Acura Integra was available with two transmission options:



  • 5-speed manual transmission

  • 4-speed automatic transmission


The manual transmission was the more popular choice among enthusiasts, as it allowed for better control and engagement with the high-revving B16A engine.


Integra's Performance


With the B16A engine and a manual transmission, the 1989 Acura Integra was capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in around 8 seconds and reaching a top speed of approximately 125 mph (201 km/h). The Integra's lightweight, well-balanced chassis and responsive handling, combined with the engine's power, made it a popular choice among driving enthusiasts at the time.

Which Integra has a B18?


Integra Type R
Integra Type R
The Japanese specification Type R came standard with a 147 kW (200 PS; 197 hp) factory-tuned variant of the B18C engine.



What size engine is a B18?


1.8 L
The B18 is a 1.8 L inline four cylinder overhead valve automobile engine produced by Volvo from 1961 through 1968. A larger 2.0 L derivative called the B20 debuted in 1969. Despite being a pushrod design, the engines can rev to 6,500 rpm.



What car does a B18B1 come in?


The B18A1 was then updated to a B18B1 that was found in the 1994–2001 Acura Integra RS/LS/GS bodies. The B18B1 became a popular engine swap candidate, often referred as an “LS swap” among Honda enthusiasts.



What engines do Acura Integra have?


Integra Powertrain
With a 1.5L VTEC® Turbo engine that pumps out 200-HP * and an early and flat torque curve that offers smooth power delivery, the Integra is a powerful and agile tour de force. The 2.0L VTEC® Turbo makes the Integra Type S the most powerful Integra yet.



What is a GS-R motor?


The GS-R model is equipped with a 1.8 liter VTEC (variable valve timing) engine which is capable of 170 Horse power. The GS-R was known as the performance model of the Integra other than the extremely rare TYPE R [1] which is even better.



Is a GSR a B18?


Moreso the GSR Came with a higher performance B18 Motor than that of the Civic. This is also known as the B18C1 Motor.



Is an Integra basically a civic?


The Integra cult, it's real, man. This new model is essentially a rebodied and remodeled Honda Civic.



What is a G Force engine?


The G-Force series engines are purpose built and designed to handle the rigors of extended run times in high temperatures and extreme operating conditions. O SOLID-STATE, FREQUENCY COMPENSATED VOLTAGE REGULATION: This state-of-the-art power maximizing regulation system is standard on all Generac mod- els.



Which Integra has VTEC?


Fifth Generation – 2023-Present
The latest Integra is powered by a standard VTEC®-enhanced DOHC 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine (200 horsepower / 192 lb-ft of torque) and your choice of a CVT automatic transmission or available segment-exclusive 6-speed manual transmission.



What car has a B18 engine?


The first B18 engine seen stateside was the B18A1 in the 1990–1993 Acura Integra RS/LS/GS. It was a non-VTEC 1.8L motor that put out 130 hp from 1990–1991, while the 1992–1993 version had a slight increase to 140 hp.


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