2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 414 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | LTD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
