1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 24 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Reatta | Xterra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |