1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 5 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 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 14 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Reatta | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 91 L |