1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Riviera | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
