1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Reatta | Titan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 106 L |