1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 563 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
