1965 Saab MC vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 1989 Acura Integra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Saab | Acura |
| Model | MC | Integra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
