1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 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 1995 Pontiac Bonneville are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 24 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Reatta | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |