1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 160 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Reatta | Corvette |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |