1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Audi TT

To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 24 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, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta.

Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Buick Reatta 2012 Audi TT
Make Buick Audi
Model Reatta TT
Year Released 1988 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4201 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1359 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2469 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 60 L


 

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