1995 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | Electra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |