1996 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 15 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 201 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | i30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
