2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six 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 201 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 880 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. 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 1949 Morris Six. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rainier | Six |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
