reatta performance/computer questions

[Guest]

Hopefully my questions aren't too obvious but i'm having trouble finding infoe so here they are: I have a 94 buick park avenue with the 3800 engine which i believe to be the same as in the reatta, would the reatta perform the same (as far as acceleration/speed) or does the size and weight make a significant difference? Also, after some research i've decided that i like the touch screen computer controls and interior of the '88 and '89s but the cd player option of the later models, would it be possible to install a cd player in the touch screen models? If so approx. how much would it cost? Thanks, Brian<P>i hope my questions don't seem ridiculous, i'm new to the world of reattas

[sahein]

Acceleration is definatly dependent on the power to weight ratio. Both more power or less weight will increase acceleration.<P>Yes I believe that the 94 Park Avenue is basically the same engine as in the 88-90 Reatta with some differences. The Reatta engine designation is "vin 3" and the 94 Park Avenue and 91 Reatta use the "vin L".<P>The major difference, that I can tell, is in the intake manifold and rest of the intake system. The "vin 3" is rated at 165 hp and the "vin L" is rated at 170hp.

[sahein]

Yes you can easily install a CD player, or better yet, an MP3 player. There are wireless transmitters that will broadcast the audio output directly to your radio. Just tune both to the same FM frequency.