2000 Acura Integra vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | Integra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
