1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 98 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Reatta | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
