2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 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 224 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 1966 Renault 8. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1966 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
