1987 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 1989 Acura Integra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Integra.
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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1989 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Electra | Integra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4355 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |