1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 926 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa 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 1968 Lotus Europa. 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Reatta | Europa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |