1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Integra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
