2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 116 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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 1978 Porsche 924. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 924 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
