1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 16 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, 2005 Dodge Neon (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon.
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, 2005 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Reatta | Neon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
