1994 Acura Integra vs. 1988 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1988 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | Integra | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3400 mm |
