1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 99 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Reatta | C4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
