1981 Buick Estate vs. 1996 Honda Integra
To start off, 1996 Honda Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 681 kg more than 1996 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda 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. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 1996 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Estate | Integra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1325 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
