1996 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 90 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 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | Integra | Levante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |