1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 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 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 724 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 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Reatta | Yukon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4819 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |