1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Reatta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
