2005 Acura RSX vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
