2002 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 AC Cobra 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 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra. 1993 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Integra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
