1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 354 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
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, 2004 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Espace 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 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Reatta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 83 L |
