1996 Acura Integra vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Acura 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1988 Buick Electra | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | Electra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |