2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra. 1987 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1987 Acura Integra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
Model | Touareg | Integra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |