1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 23 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, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 58 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Reatta | Element |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |