1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2003 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 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. Both 1988 Buick Reatta and 2003 Buick LeSabre are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 81 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.
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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2003 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Reatta | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
