1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1988 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1988 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | LeSabre | Integra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
