2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 222 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rainier | SP |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
