1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 91 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 502 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Reatta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
