1998 Acura Integra vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 615 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 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
