2000 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
