1996 Acura Integra vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 268 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
