1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 90 | Rainier |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |