1980 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra. 1980 Buick Electra 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. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Electra | Integra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
