1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 23 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, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 125 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
