2009 Audi TT vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
