1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 17 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 218 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Reatta | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
