1995 Acura Integra vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
