1998 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1053 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
