1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 351 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Buick Reatta | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Reatta | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |