1998 Acura Integra vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
Because 1982 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 1982 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
