1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 20 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1067 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Buick Reatta 2011 Toyota Sequoia
Make Buick Toyota
Model Reatta Sequoia
Year Released 1991 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 543 Nm
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 2599 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3099 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 100 L


 

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