2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra. 1986 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Corolla | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corolla | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
