1989 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1992 Honda Integra | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Integra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |