1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 319 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Reatta | Antara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 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 | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |