1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 205 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Reatta | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
