1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 13 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2002 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Reatta | LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
