2001 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (235 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
