1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo 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 76 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 431 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
