1995 Acura Integra vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 103 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |