What's Cool Top Rated Search Find automotive web sites across Canada. An alert Type R owner pointed out some differences between the Canadian-spec 2000 Type R and the U.S. model.
Canadian models are available with or without air conditioning.
Canadian Type R's don't come with the aluminum shift knob available on U.S. cars, and the faux carbon fiber trim is limited to the gauge cluster only. The Acura Integra Type R is not for everybody. It differs from other Integra's primarily in its powertrain, suspension, brakes and steering, although there are some comfort and cosmetic differences as well. The engine develops 195 horsepower at 8000 rpm, and 130 ft-lb. of torque at 7300 rpm. The VTEC system uses three cam lobes and three corresponding rocker arms for each pair of valves and operates on both the intake and exhaust valves.