1981 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1988 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Electra | Integra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4355 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |