1996 Acura Integra vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 59 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
