1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Riviera | Integra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
