1996 Acura Integra vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 852 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Integra | Caprice |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |