1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 92 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Reatta | Zafira |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |