1998 Acura Integra GS-R vs. 1998 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra GS-R and 1998 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra GS-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra GS-R (170 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra . (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra GS-R should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra . With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra GS-R weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra . So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Acura Integra GS-R (174 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra . (172 Nm). This means 1998 Acura Integra GS-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra . 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura Integra GS-R has manual transmission. 1998 Acura Integra GS-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra GS-R | 1998 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | Integra | Integra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
