1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 18 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Reatta | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
