1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris 1800 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 57 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 346 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Reatta | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
