1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 534 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick Centurion 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 1974 Buick Centurion. 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Reatta | Centurion |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |