1996 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 432 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 2005 Holden Monaro 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 2005 Holden Monaro. 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | Integra | Monaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |