2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 748 kg more than 1993 Honda 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1993 Honda Integra | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Park Avenue | Integra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |