2000 Acura Integra vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 674 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Packard Carribean 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 1955 Packard Carribean. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.
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2000 Acura Integra | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
Make | Acura | Packard |
Model | Integra | Carribean |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |