1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1989 Buick Reatta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 158 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Reatta | Valiant |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 401 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |