1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 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 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 466 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Reatta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
