1997 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 13 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 335 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Eos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
