1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 8 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 1996 Oldsmobile SS are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Reatta | SS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
