1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 279 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.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Reatta | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |