1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 25 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, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 34 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Reatta | A3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
