1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 314 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
