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Last month was the next-generation Subaru WRX, and now it is the turn of Honda's luxury brand Acura to launch Integra.

The iconic nameplate unveiled last week was resurrected after 15 years of silence. It is used in the redesign and high-end version of the latest Honda Civic, but only in North America.

In addition to the iconic late 20th-century Japanese performance car series that continued to be disoriented in the new millennium, WRX and Integra have something in common: angry commentators screamed in protest, some expressed blasphemous voices, and I am deeply disappointed with their products. modeling.

We have discussed the Subaru case here in recent weeks, and now we are defending Honda, because-again-in this era, people's expectations seem unrealistic. Especially due to the sharp decline in consumer interest, the last Integra gradually disappeared in 2006.

It's not that Acura has no responsibility to arouse such high expectations, by starting a badge-only teaser a few months ago to fan the flames-let's be clear about this-suggesting that something very similar is making a comeback. The media did not help either. The rumors that had been published before the debut of Integra last week were imagining a fierce wedge-shaped coupe with a very low front spoiler and a very high rear wing. Or, in other words, a reborn R type.

It is replaced by a simple and stylish variant of the upcoming Civic hatchback theme Integra Prototype, with five doors, including an elongated hatchback appearance and warm powertrain and sporty chassis tuning from the recently released Civic for the North American market. West of the school.

In an era when no one wants this kind of car anymore, of course people would not really expect a low two-door car?

Despite this, Acura continues its nostalgia, making its debut on Integra with an evocative Indy Yellow Pearl paint finish, reminiscent of the 1999-2001 Type R-arguably the best front-wheel drive mass production ever. One of the cars.

Therefore, it is no wonder that many Honda fans around the world feel a little betrayed after waiting for Integra Prototype to break the cover. Since General Motors chose to import a mid-size front-wheel drive Opel as the Holden Commodore, this name does not seem to have been stolen.

But is Acura really so extensive to put the Integra badge on the trunk of the redesigned Civic hatchback?

This is exactly what Honda did for each of the four previous Integra models, starting with the original version with pop-up headlights in 1985, to the curve successor model in 1989, the four-eye version in 1993 and 2001 The last iteration of the launch. In fact, you can also use the 1980 Honda Quint as the origin of a well-designed Civic.

In terms of aesthetics, the latest Integra also maintains its faith. The five-door fastback version of the 11th-generation Civic. It was designed in Japan, focusing on the past versions, from the low-hanging silhouette and the slender taillights, from the beginning of the series to the downward-final version. Angled headlights and grille shape.

Ironically, like the latest Acura version, the original Integra five-door car didn’t wear the Honda badge at all in Australia, but-at least locally-bears the Rover logo because it was sold as a 416i, as between the two parties. As part of the in-depth cooperation, the two companies at that time also shared Honda Quint, Legend, Accord and Concerto as Rover Quintet, 800, 600 and 200 series. In contrast, Australia has only seen Honda's three-door body style Integra.

Then there is the new Integra power system, which, as in the past, represents something greater than the humble Civic can provide.

Currently, this means a 1.5-liter four-cylinder VTEC turbocharger of approximately 150kW/260Nm, which drives the front wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. Power and torque have been increased by 20kW and 40Nm respectively, giving Integra a slight advantage in power to help justify its additional costs.

Finally, there is some truly special potential-the return of Integra Type R.

What an interesting machine this will be. According to reports, the 245kW/400Nm 2.0-liter turbocharger, six-speed manual shifter, and two-axle strut front suspension set up to help make the outgoing Civic version a living legend, and Type R will become the ultimate silent Integra critic.

The conclusion from all this is that we should be happy that Honda is tapping its emotional and nostalgic side by restoring its respectable nameplate. Although it may not be the lively coupe of yesteryear, it does follow the template more faithfully than the first impression suggests. Just like the 2022 Subaru WRX. Consumers should be happy to have the right to choose. At least the latter is heading to Australia.

However, please note that Honda: if there is an R car, and it will eventually only be active in the North American market, we will join the chorus that protests in the way of Acura, although the reason is very different compared to the misleading latest model Integra is currently responding.

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