1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Toledo 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 108 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 651 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Reatta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |
