1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 103 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Reatta | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
