1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Reatta | ALTIMA |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
