1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 334 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 Buick Estate. 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 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Reatta | Estate |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |