1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Reatta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
