1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 194 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Reatta | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
