1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra. 1968 Buick Riviera 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. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1986 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Riviera | Integra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4355 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |