1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 141 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Reatta | Dart |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
