1998 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
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 (174 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1998 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
