1999 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 1996 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |