1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 314 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Roadmaster | Reatta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |