1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Reatta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
