1994 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 225 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra. 1994 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Solara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
