1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 784 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 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Reatta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
