2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Honda Integra

To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 1989 Honda Integra
Make Buick Honda
Model Rainier Integra
Year Released 2005 1989
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2095 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2560 mm


 

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