1995 Acura Integra vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 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 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Acura | Caterham |
Model | Integra | 7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |