1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Reatta | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
