1988 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Buick Rainier

To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 525 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Buick Electra 2003 Buick Rainier
Make Buick Buick
Model Electra Rainier
Year Released 1988 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2880 mm


 

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