2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra 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 148 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rainier | Electra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |
