1979 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1988 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1988 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Electra | Integra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |