1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 44 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 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Buick | Avanti |
Model | Reatta | Avanti |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |