1990 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra 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 (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 524 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Electra | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
