2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1989 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Park Avenue | Integra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
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 | 312 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |