1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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 61 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 241 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Reatta | A3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
