1993 Volvo 460 vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | 460 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
