2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 177 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Rainier | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
