1986 Honda Integra vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Integra | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Integra | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |