1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 14 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 51 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Reatta | Condor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
