The Acura Integra Type R for 1997
There's been a lot of talk about the Acura Integra for 1997. As a leading car in the hatchback market the Integra (and in this case specically the Type R version) has maintained a high standard. The 3-door Integra is especially appealing to broad audience, making it a perfect car to help Acura as a brand in general.
Stop and Go
The restyled Integra Type R is equipped with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda five-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1996 version.
The Integra uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Integra Type R are 67.30 inches wide by 178.10 inches long. It sits 53.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 3 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $19,650 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $17,263. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 3-door Hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1997 Integra is a PGM-FI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The 1997 Integra gets 31 miles/gallon on the highway and only 24 - 25 in the city. This is below average for a hatchback car.
Parting Shots
The 1997 model year was very successful for the Acura Integra. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Type R version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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