1998 Acura Integra vs. 1967 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 730 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Buick Riviera 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 1967 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.

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1998 Acura Integra 1967 Buick Riviera
Make Acura Buick
Model Integra Riviera
Year Released 1998 1967
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 7048 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L