2000 Acura Integra vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
