1996 Acura Integra vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | Regal |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |