1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 17 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 109 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 57 L |
