1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar 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 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Reatta | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |