1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 619 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Reatta | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
