1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 964 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Reatta | GL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
