1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1982 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1988 Buick Reatta and 1982 Buick LeSabre are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 54 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 1982 Buick LeSabre 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 1982 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1982 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Reatta | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
