1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 118 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 746 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Life 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 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Reatta | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |