1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 62 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.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 57 L |
