1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport 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. 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 20 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 166 kg more 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Reatta | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |