1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 823 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 2200 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
