1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 570 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Flex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
