1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Reatta | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
