1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 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 82 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 291 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Reatta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
