1985 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Integra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
