1996 Acura Integra vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 530 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | Riviera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.5 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |