1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1991 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 72 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1991 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Reatta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
