1997 Acura Integra vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, both 1997 Acura Integra and 1997 Acura EL were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 133 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura Integra (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura Integra | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | Integra | EL |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |