1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1986 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1986 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1986 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Invicta | Integra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |