1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 458 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Buick Reatta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | V8 Vantage | Reatta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |