1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 18 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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 2009 Kia Borrego. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Reatta | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
