1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 19 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Reatta | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
