1997 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
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1997 Acura Integra | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | Integra | i30 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |