1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Reatta | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
