2001 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.
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 (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2001 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
