1996 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
