1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Reatta | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 87 L |