1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 316 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Reatta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
