1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1958 Land Rover 109

To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta.

Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Buick Reatta 1958 Land Rover 109
Make Buick Land Rover
Model Reatta 109
Year Released 1991 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2285 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 67 HP
Torque 286 Nm 157 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1532 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2780 mm


 

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