1998 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1998 Holden Statesman 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 1998 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 1998 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | Integra | Statesman |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |