1995 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 13 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
