2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic 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 226 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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 1973 Honda Civic. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
