1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, both 1989 Buick Reatta and 1989 Ford Corsair were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 402 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Reatta | Corsair |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |