1994 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1411 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 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
