2007 Acura TSX vs. 1989 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta.
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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1989 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
