1996 Acura Integra vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | Integra | DL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
