1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1054 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Reatta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
