1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 121 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Reatta | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
