1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Reatta | Civic |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |