1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 201 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Reatta | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
