2001 Acura Integra vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 1995 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
