1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1989 Buick Reatta and 1989 Ford Meteor 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 94 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
