1997 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 679 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.
Because 2009 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra. 2009 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1997 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3009 mm |
