2001 Acura Integra vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
