1995 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 115 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, 2002 Nissan Sentra (245 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
