1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta 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 57 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 226 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Reatta | 6000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |