1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Reatta | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
