1994 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 15 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 430 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | Integra | BLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
