1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Reatta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 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 | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |