1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic 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 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Reatta | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |