2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor 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 236 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. 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 1959 Morris Minor. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Rainier | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |