1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 338 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 1980 Buick Estate. 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Reatta | Estate |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
