1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Reatta | 993 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
