2008 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 19 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, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1989 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
