2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO 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.
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2003 Buick Rainier | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Rainier | GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |