1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Reatta | Accent |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 43 L |
