1996 Acura Integra vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 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 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Integra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2635 mm |
