1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 452 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Reatta | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Reatta | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |