1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 605 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Reatta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
