1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 482 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
