1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 54 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 364 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 83 L |
