1997 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 985 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 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
