1971 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin Maxi 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 222 more horse power than 1971 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin Maxi | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maxi | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
