1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 9 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 404 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.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Reatta | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
