2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter 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 209 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
