1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 194 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.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Reatta | A4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |