1996 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 643 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |