2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Dart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
