1994 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 682 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 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | Integra | RL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
