1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 870 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 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Reatta | GX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 87 L |
