1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 93 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
