1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 216 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Reatta | Seville |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |