1988 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1987 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Electra | Integra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 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 | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |