1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 102 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Reatta | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
