1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 22 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 467 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Reatta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
