1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Reatta | Insight |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |