1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 817 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | Reatta | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
