1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. 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 26 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Reatta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
