1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 411 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 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Reatta | FX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
