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Acura Integra III Sedan 1.8 (170 Hp)
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Acura Integra:
The Honda Integra , sold in North America as the Acura Integra and later the Acura RSX, is an automobile produced by the Japanese company Honda from 1985 until 2006, and then since 2021. It succeeded the Quint as a more luxurious and sport-oriented derivative of the Civic. The Integra was one of the launch models for Acura in the US in 1986 alongside the Acura Legend. Throughout its production run, the Integra was highly regarded for its handling and performance. The 1995–2001 Integra Type R is widely regarded as one of the best front-wheel-drive cars of all time....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Sedan Overview:
Acura Integra (III Sedan). With 174 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1275 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.2 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers an excellent balance of daily usability and exciting VTEC performance, making it highly engaging.
Fuel Economy
Impressive fuel efficiency for its power output, providing a good blend of performance and practicality.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging handling and driving dynamics
- • Highly reliable Honda/Acura engineering
- • Iconic VTEC performance in GS-R and Type R variants
- • Practical four-door sedan body style
- • Good fuel economy for base models
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Noticeable road noise at highway speeds
- • Limited rear legroom for adult passengers
- • Base models lack the excitement of VTEC engines
- • High theft risk due to desirability of parts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Hatchback: 1990 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | Integra |
| Generation: | III Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 7600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 94.6 Hp/l [133mm more] |
| Torque: | 174 Nm @ 6200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B18C1 More details about the engine B18C1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1797 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 8000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 133.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 311 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4525 mm mm [133mm more] |
| Width: | 1710 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Height: | 1370 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Front track: | 1476 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1468 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Tires size | 195/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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