1998 Acura Integra vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 132 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Integra | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |