1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 24 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Reatta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
