1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Honda 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra. 1993 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Celica | Integra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
