1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 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. Both 1988 Buick Reatta and 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 29 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Reatta | Toronado |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |