1996 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Tata Sumo

To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.

Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Acura Integra 2011 Tata Sumo
Make Acura Tata
Model Integra Sumo
Year Released 1996 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4258 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1726 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2425 mm


 

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