1995 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Integra | Caprice |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |