1998 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Buick LeSabre were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 236 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.
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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1998 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Acura Integra | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |