1995 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 8 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | Integra | Opirus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |