1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 405 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Reatta | 300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |