1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 53 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 372 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 83 L |
