1997 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 642 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
