1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 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 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 384 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley 4 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 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Reatta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1620 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 | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
