1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 498 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Reatta | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
