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Acura Integra II (DA5-DB2) gallery (1989–1993)

The second-generation Acura Integra (DA5-DB2) was manufactured from 1989 to 1993, introducing VTEC technology to North America.

All photos 39 I (DA1-DA4) 0 1985–1989 II (DA5-DB2) 2 1989–1993 III (DC2/DC4) 4 1993–2001 IV (DE4) 25 2022
Acura Integra II (DA5-DB2) photo 61724 1600 x 1200 49 1990
Acura Integra II (DA5-DB2), coupe, red, rear three-quarter view — photo 61723 1600 x 1200 48 1990
coupe A red two-door coupe captured from a rear three-quarter view. The car features a rear wing spoiler, slim horizontal tail lights, dual exhaust tips, and three-spoke alloy wheels. It is parked on wet pavement in front of a wall covered in dense green ivy.

Launched in 1989 for the 1990 model year, the second-generation Acura Integra (DA5-DB2 chassis) adopted fixed aerodynamic headlamps and sleeker, more mature body proportions. Offered in 3-door hatchback and 4-door sedan forms, it utilized independent double-wishbone suspension setups at all four corners, cementing its reputation as a premiere handling front-wheel-drive sport compact car. Engineering priorities for this generation focused on structural rigidity, chassis refinement, and elevating active safety capabilities.

Standard trims featured a 1.8-liter B18A1 naturally aspirated engine developing 130 horsepower (upgraded to 140 hp for 1992). The 1992 model year introduced the iconic GS-R performance variant (DB2 chassis), featuring a 1.7-liter B17A1 engine with VTEC variable valve timing producing 160 horsepower with an 8,000 RPM redline. This marked the historic introduction of Honda's VTEC technology to North American passenger vehicles. A comprehensive list of standard features combined with proven powertrain durability helped secure a strong market presence in its segment.